Red Cabbage: Farmers' New ATM? Earn Lakhs in 55 Days!

• Red cabbage offers high profits in a short 55-65 day cycle, unlike traditional crops.
• High market demand from hotels, restaurants, supermarkets due to health benefits (antioxidants, fiber, vitamins).
• Cultivation cost per acre is 70,000-90,000 rupees, including seedlings, fertilizers, labor, and irrigation.
• Yields 8-10 tons per acre, with wholesale prices 20-40 rupees/kg, leading to 1.5-1.7 lakh net profit.
• Requires cool climate (15-25°C) and well-drained, organic-rich soil; drip irrigation and pest control are key.

Why It Matters: Red cabbage cultivation offers significant profits for farmers in just two months due to high demand.